Conservation officer stresses angling regulations as summer fishing activity begins
The first long weekend of the summer is coming up for Canada Day, and many anglers may have their sights set on the lake. Senior Conservation Officer Lindsey Leko reminds fishermen of some regulations to be aware of.
Leko begins with a licensing reminder, as everyone over the age of 16 must have a fishing license to be able to fish, with the exception of free fishing weekends. He says they are running into many people fishing without their license on hand.
Roaming dogs, road hazards and racket: RCMP handle it all in Rosetown
The Rosetown RCMP responded to a range of calls between June 19 and 26, including traffic concerns, animal complaints and a disturbance.
On June 19 at 9:22 p.m., police received a report of a vehicle hitting a deer near Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park. No injuries were reported, and the matter was deemed non-reportable.
Officers assisted a member of the public on June 20 in response to a front-counter complaint at the Rosetown/Kyle detachment. That investigation remains ongoing.
Sask. Parks roll out two weeks of family-friendly fun, shows, and celebrations
Saskatchewan’s provincial parks are set to host a variety of special events and programs over the next two weeks, offering something for all ages as part of the “Discover Sask Parks” initiative running from June 25 to July 9.
Visitors can enjoy classic summer activities such as camping, hiking, and swimming, along with a wide range of free events included with a valid Park Entry Permit.
Province reminds producers that free ditch hay is on the menu
The Government of Saskatchewan is reminding producers that the province’s hay salvage and ditch mowing program is once again underway — offering a free source of livestock feed while helping maintain road safety and visibility through the growing months.
Administered by the Ministry of Highways with assistance from contractors and rural municipalities, the program allows hay to be salvaged from highway ditches across Saskatchewan. Officials say the initiative supports both agricultural sustainability and roadside safety.
Maple Creek fire results in tragic loss of life
Maple Creek is in mourning after a house fire led to a tragic loss of life early on Wednesday morning.
The Maple Creek and Community Fire Department responded to the call at 4:30 a.m. Fire Chief Blaine Becker and his crew arrived to find the house already engulfed in flames.
"The roof was fully in flames, and it was spread right through the whole house," said Becker.
While they engaged in the fire, the crew was informed that one occupant of the home was missing. A search ended up locating a body in the home, confirming that the occupant was deceased.
High dive show makes a splash at Frontier Days
Visitors to Frontier Days were treated to a unique brand of free entertainment throughout the four-day event.
The Flying Fools High Dive Show held multiple performances each afternoon at Frontier Days, at the Family Fun Zone.
The Montreal-based event showcased the sheer precision of athletes diving from incredible heights ranging from 3 metres, all the way up to 25 metres.
Kyle RCMP Tackle Traffic, Mischief and a Hit-and-Run
The Kyle RCMP detachment responded to a variety of calls between June 19 and 26, according to their latest report released Thursday.
On June 20 at 2:35 p.m., Rosetown/Kyle RCMP assisted a member of the public with a front-counter complaint. The matter remains under investigation.
A two-vehicle collision occurred on June 22 at 11:11 a.m. on Highway 42 near Lucky Lake. No injuries were reported.
Local fastball legends honoured in Hall of Fame induction
Ferdi Nelissen, Garth Asham, and their teammates were recently inducted into the Manitoba Softball Hall of Fame as members of two dominant squads: the 1983–85 Winnipeg Internationals and the 1987–89 Winnipeg Ashams. The recognition wasn’t just for individual feats, but for what they accomplished as a unit—winning provincial championships, representing Manitoba at nationals, and competing at ISC World Tournaments.
Nelissen brings the sport to life and makes you want to join a fastball team to garner memories, as he explains how that the honour meant more because it was shared.
Community support sizzles at Pfahl’s BBQ for local wildfire crews
Downtown Winkler was filled with the smell of grilled sausage burgers and the spirit of community Thursday, June 25, as Pfahl’s Drugs hosted a fundraising BBQ in support of the Winkler Fire Department.
Supporting the firefighters that fought the wildfires
The event, organized and cooked by Pfahl’s Drugs owner Sig Pfahl, was held to raise funds for local firefighters currently deployed up north battling wildfires.